This Week:

Sunday, Sept 5: Angelfood ministry orders will be taken between services (after 8:30 and before 11:00am) and after the 11 am service.  You may also order at the website, www.angelfood.com.  Follow the instructions to place your order.

Upcoming Events:

Sunday, Sept 12th:

Promotion Sunday Celebration–after the 8:30 worship in the Fellowship Hall.

New Bible Study in the Pastor’s study group on the book of Genesis.  Class begins at 10:00 am.

New Sermon Series:  ”Life As A Highway” in both 8:30 & 11:00 services.

Angelfood ministry will take orders between the services and after 11am service.

Youth Kickoff begins at 5pm in the Fellowship Hall.  Parents & youth are invited to attend.  Dinner will be served to all.

Monday,Sept 13:

Dinner Divas will meet at Poncho Villa at 6:30 pm on Hwy. 17.  All women are invited.

New Bible Study begins at 7pm.  The series is called, “When God’s People Pray.”  This is a 6 week study in prayer.

Wednesday, Sept. 15:

New Bible Study on the book of Genesis begins at 7pm.

Acknowledgement:

The Onslow County Learning Center was very surprised and excited by the abundance of school supplies provided by our congregation.  After talking with Mrs. Walton, OCLC’s principal, I decided to give them a check for $416 that represented the congregation’s monetary donations rather than purchase more supplies with this money.  This way they could purchase what they needed as they needed it.  Mrs. Walton has some great plans for these students and the money will aid in implementing these plans and new programs.  I informed her that our church would be assisting her school throughout the school year, and I told her about our Moms In Touch program that would be praying weekly for her staff and students.  Should anyone have any questions or ideas, just email me!

Debbie Coleman, Mission Sponsor

Ongoing Ministry:

Moms in Touch prayer group for moms with children in school or college will begin on August 27 at 1pm and continue on Fridays at 1pm throughout the school year. Meetings will be held at 2234 Perry Drive in Jacksonville. contact Carol Johnston (934-0683) or Flo Hart (330-3631) for more information.

This Week:

Moms in Touch prayer group for moms with children in school or college will begin on August 27 at 1pm and continue on Fridays at 1pm throughout the school year. Meetings will be held at 2234 Perry Drive in Jacksonville. contact Carol Johnston (934-0683) or Flo Hart (330-3631) for more information.

Sunday, Aug. 29 – “Stump the Pastor” Sunday. 

Brunch – This Sunday, Aug. 29, after the 8:30 service.  Bring your favorite breakfast or lunch dish and fellowship with the church family.

Sunday, Aug. 29 @ 5:00pm – Youth Group Swim Party at the Grosskopf’s.  Admission:  bring a friend!

Monday, Aug. 30 @ 7:00pm- Lay Leadership Meeting at the church.

Beginning Sunday, September 12th – the “back to school” sermon series is “Life Is a Highway.”  Learn more about how Christianity is the best road trip you can imagine.

Sept. 12 – Promotion Sunday after the 8:30 service.

Mon. Sept. 13 @ 6:30pm – Dinner Divas will meet at Poncho Villa on Hwy. 17.  All women are invited.

Mission Notes: 

THANK YOU – to all of you who purchased a mug and brought in school supplies for OCLC!!!!

Mission Opportunity:

A Special Need:    

The Onslow County Learning Center (OCLC) is an alternative school for students to attend when certain issues prevent these students from attending one of the other middle or high schools within our county.  Recently, I spoke with a science teacher at OCLC whom I taught with for 14 years at White Oak.  She informed me that students attending OCLC are not allowed to bring anything to school, including a pencil.  After speaking with this teacher and the new principal at OCLC, students are not allowed to bring any school supplies to school for security and safety reasons.  This means that the teachers must supply their students with all necessary materials.  No funds are allocated to this school for student supplies.

This school is in need of the following school supplies:

* notebook paper – college rule

* #2 pencils, not mechanical pencils

* colored pencils

* glue sticks

* pocket folders

* blue and black ink pens

* yellow highlighters

* 25-count crayons

* 3-ring notebooks (1 1/2-inch black – are 75 cents each at Walmart)

* bookbag for a middle or high school student (for transitioning to high school)

In addition to these supplies, I’ve asked the principal to notify me when students are transitioning from OCLC to White Oak so that I can provide them with the supplies they will need at the high school.  I’ve found out the hard way that students coming from OCLC to White Oak arrive without any supplies, and I wrongly contributed this to their lack of work ethic or behavior issues rather than the fact that they are used to coming to school with nothing and in most cases, can’t afford any school supplies.  I’ve asked Mrs. Walton, OCLC’s principal, to notify me in advance so that I can also provide them with a bookbag so that on their first day at White Oak they are prepared and know that there are people (Pine Valley folks) who care about them.

If you are interested in helping, please purchase the above supplies, and/or a bookbag and bring these items to the church no later than Sunday, August 22.  You can also contribute money rather than purchasing these supplies – whatever you are comfortable doing and more importantly what you are led to do.

If you have any questions, please call me (346-8926) or email me at dcoleman1@ec.rr.com.

Thanks!

Debbie Coleman

Other Mission Notes:

Mugs on a Mission – Help us with our August Mission project for the Onslow County Learning Center by purchasing your very own Pine Valley UMC mug.  All monies raised will be used to purchase school supplies.  The mugs are $6.00 each.

Angel Food Ministries - Order taking days are Sunday, Aug. 8 and Aug. 15, 9:30am -12:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.  You may also order online at www.angelfoodministries.com. Distribution day is Saturday, Aug. 21 from 8:00 – 9:00am.   

Youth News:

Sunday, Aug. 29 @ 5:00pm – Youth Group Swim Party at the Grosskopf’s.  Admission:  bring a friend!

Sunday, Sept. 12 @ 5:00pm – Youth Group Kick Off!!!  All youth and parents are encouraged to come and enjoy a meal and hear about the plans, and sign permission slips for the upcoming year. 

Upcoming Events:

Sunday, Aug. 29 – “Stump the Pastor” Sunday. 

Beginning Sunday, September 12th – the “back to school” sermon series is “Life Is a Highway.”  Learn more about how Christianity is the best road trip you can imagine.

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, Aug. 7 – United Methodist Men will meet.  Cooking will begin at 7am and breakfast at 8am.  All men are invited!

Saturday, Aug. 7 @ 5:00pm – Join the Pine Valley Youth for a Kinston Indians Baseball Game!  Meet at the church at 5pm, call Scott Grosskopf at 910-389-3106 or email upsscott2112@yahoo.com.

United Methodist Women Salad Supper  

Pine Valley Women will be attending a Salad Supper at Richlands UMC on
August 9.  The food will be delicious and Witness and Harmony, 5 Richlands
women, will gift us with their musical talent.  We’ll meet in the Pine
Valley church parking lot at 5:45 PM and carpool to Richlands where  The
Salad Supper begins at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.  Please call Mary Lou
Baker at 353 0596 to let her know you’ll be going.  She can then give the
Richlands group an approximate head count.  Please attend.  You’ll enjoy
every minute.

Tuesday,August 10 @ 7:00pm – Church Council will meet.

No Dinner Divas this Monday - Instead, we are inviting the spouses along to the new Re-Grand Opening of the Courthouse Cafe on August 12.  Please RSVP to Dolly, 910-389-3742, or sgrosskopf@ec.rr.com.

August Mission Project–

A Special Need:    The Onslow County Learning Center (OCLC) is an alternative school for students to attend when certain issues prevent these students from attending one of the other middle or high schools within our county.  Recently, I spoke with a science teacher at OCLC whom I taught with for 14 years at White Oak.  She informed me that students attending OCLC are not allowed to bring anything to school, including a pencil.  After speaking with this teacher and the new principal at OCLC, students are not allowed to bring any school supplies to school for security and safety reasons.  This means that the teachers must supply their students with all necessary materials.  No funds are allocated to this school for student supplies.

This school is in need of the following school supplies:

* notebook paper – college rule

* #2 pencils, not mechanical pencils

* colored pencils

* glue sticks

* pocket folders

* blue and black ink pens

* yellow highlighters

* 25-count crayons

* 3-ring notebooks (1 1/2-inch black – are 75 cents each at Walmart)

* bookbag for a middle or high school student (for transitioning to high school)

In addition to these supplies, I’ve asked the principal to notify me when students are transitioning from OCLC to White Oak so that I can provide them with the supplies they will need at the high school.  I’ve found out the hard way that students coming from OCLC to White Oak arrive without any supplies, and I wrongly contributed this to their lack of work ethic or behavior issues rather than the fact that they are used to coming to school with nothing and in most cases, can’t afford any school supplies.  I’ve asked Mrs. Walton, OCLC’s principal, to notify me in advance so that I can also provide them with a bookbag so that on their first day at White Oak they are prepared and know that there are people (Pine Valley folks) who care about them.

If you are interested in helping, please purchase the above supplies, and/or a bookbag and bring these items to the church no later than Sunday, August 22.  You can also contribute money rather than purchasing these supplies – whatever you are comfortable doing and more importantly what you are led to do.

If you have any questions, please call me (346-8926) or email me at dcoleman1@ec.rr.com.

Thanks!

Debbie Coleman

Church Notes:

Sunday, Aug. 29 – “Stump the Pastor” Sunday.  Look for details on Sunday, August 22.

Beginning Sunday, September 12th – the “back to school” sermon series is “Life Is a Highway.”  Learn more about how Christianity is the best road trip you can imagine.

Lawn Care Schedule:  Thank you to all who have volunteered to care for our church grounds.  The schedule will be posted monthly on the website and is located on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall.

week of August 1 – Methodist Men

week of August 8 – ___(open)_______    week of August 15 – Ty Shaw & Matt Bell

week of August 22 – Orin Mitchell & Jeff Malone    week of Aug. 29 - Methodist Men

Children’s Church - There is a new sign up sheet in the Fellowship Hall for Children’s Church volunteers. We need volunteers for this very worthy and important ministry.

Upcoming Events:

July 21 – Lunch Bunch will meet at 11:30, location to be determined.

No United Methodist Men meeting this month, they will resume in August on the 7th.

Angelfood Ministries:  Order taking days: Sun. July  18th from 9:30-10:00am and 12-12:30pm.  Online ordering deadline, Tues., 7/20  @ 11:59pm www.angelfoodministries.com.  Distribution Day: Sat., July 24th from 8:00 to 9:00am.

Lawn Care Schedule:  Thank you to all who have volunteered to care for our church grounds.  The schedule will be posted monthly on the website and is located on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall.

week ofJuly 11 – Bill Crenshaw      week of July 18 – Dan Hale              

week of July 25 – ___________  and Ty Baker

New Sermon Series beginning this Sunday:  Summer of Purpose -         July 11th through August 18th, 10am Sunday Mornings: Join Pastor Thurman as we look at a book (The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren) that sparked a phenomenon back in 2002.  Each week, Pastor Thurman will look at one day of that week’s purpose and look again at finding purpose in the Christian Life.

Pastor Thurman’s Sunday morning study group will review that week’s reading beginning July 18th at 10:00am.

Children’s Church – There is a new sign up sheet in the Fellowship Hall for Children’s Church volunteers. 

UMW’s School of Christian Mission – July 21-24, Methodist University-Fayetteville, NC.

Who should attend:  All men, women, youth of the Church who like to worship God, learn new things and enjoy the fellowship of Christians are invited to attend.  Local officers and members of UMW, District and Conference UMW Officers and District Chairpersons of Outreach Ministries. 

There are three sessions:  1.The Beauty of Courage of Sudan:  Why a Dream of Peace is Possible, 2.Joy to the World:  Mission in the Age of Global Christianity, and 3. For the Love of God:  John’s Letters

*If you are interested, please see Pastor Thurman for additional information.                             

Upcoming Events:

July 5 – Dinner Divas will meet and dine at  6:30 at the Olive Garden.

No United Methodist Men meeting this month, they will resume in August on the 7th.

Angelfood Ministries:  Order taking days: Sun. July 11th & 18th from 9:30-10:00am and 12-12:30pm.  Online ordering deadline, Tues., 7/20  @ 11:59pm www.angelfoodministries.com.  Distribution Day: Sat., July 24th from 8:00 to 9:00am.

Lawn Care Schedule:  Thank you to all who have volunteered to care for our church grounds.  The schedule will be posted monthly on the website and is located on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall.

 July 4 – Tim Baker            July 11 – Bill Crenshaw

July 18 – Dan Hale               July 25 – ___________  and Ty Baker

New Sermon Series beginning this Sunday:  Summer of Purpose -         July 11th through August 18th, in 8:30 & 11:00 am worship.    Each week, Pastor Thurman will look at one day of that week’s purpose and look again at finding purpose in the Christian Life.

Pastor Thurman’s Sunday morning study group will review that week’s reading beginning July 18th at 10:00am.

Children’s Church – There is a new sign up sheet in the Fellowship Hall for Children’s Church volunteers. 

UMW’s School of Christian Mission – July 21-24, Methodist University-Fayetteville, NC.

Who should attend:  All men, women, youth of the Church who like to worship God, learn new things and enjoy the fellowship of Christians are invited to attend.  Local officers and members of UMW, District and Conference UMW Officers and District Chairpersons of Outreach Ministries. 

There are three sessions:  1.The Beauty of Courage of Sudan:  Why a Dream of Peace is Possible, 2.Joy to the World:  Mission in the Age of Global Christianity, and 3. For the Love of God:  John’s Letters

*If you are interested, please see Pastor Thurman for additional information.                              

This Week:

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School

*It is for ages 3-12, 6pm – 8:30pm (Monday through Friday).                                                                                                   

*There will be a pool party on June 26 at the TT pool between 7:30 and 10:30pm.  Everyone needs to bring a munchie to share.                                                                                                         

*The closing celebration program will be on June 27 at the 11:00 worship service. And following that will be a Covered Dish Luncheon.  Please add an extra serving or two to your dishes for the VBS visitors.  There will be hot dogs for all of the VBS children.

Our mission this year is to collect 100 children’s books (new or gently used) to donate to homeless and needy children in Michigan.  Bring them in each night.

 Please, invite your friends and neighbors and let’s make this the best one yet!!!  Contact Debbie McGlaun 382-7218 if you have any questions.

Upcoming Events:

KingsFest at Kings Dominion:  All families are invited to attend a great Christian weekend at Kings Dominion on July 9 & 10, returning on the 11th.  Contact Scott Grosskopf at grosskopf@ec.rr.com or 389-3742. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together as friends and families for fun fellowship and attend two great Christian Concerts featuring Toby Mac and Casting Crowns with 2 days in the park.

UMW’s School of Christian Mission – July 21-24, Methodist University-Fayetteville, NC.

Who should attend:  All men, women, youth of the Church who like to worship God, learn new things and enjoy the fellowship of Christians are invited to attend.  Local officers and members of UMW, District and Conference UMW Officers and District Chairpersons of Outreach Ministries. 

There are three sessions:  1.The Beauty of Courage of Sudan:  Why a Dream of Peace is Possible, 2.Joy to the World:  Mission in the Age of Global Christianity, and 3. For the Love of God:  John’s Letters

*If you are interested, please see Pastor Thurman for additional information.              

Join us on Sunday, July 4th for a sermon entitled: God and Country.     

New Sermon Series Beginning July 11:  Summer of Purpose.  Look for details in the bulletins June 27 th and July 4th.

This Week:

Car Wash Fundraiser:  Saturday, June 5 – There will be a car wash fundraiser by the youth groups at  two locations, Moka Joes and Burger King, to help them raise money for the Kings Dominion trip this summer.  Youth, be at the church at 9:00am.

Graduation Sunday:  June 6 – All seniors need to attend the 11:00 worship service to celebrate this wonderful occasion.  They need to wear their cap and gowns and give 2 photos to Scott Grosskopf, one nice and one embarrassing, prior to this date.  Friends and families are invited to come and participate in the blessing of these graduates.  Sarah Hart will be the speaker for both the 8:30 and the 11:00 Graduation Worship Service.

AngelFood Ministries – Orders will be taken this Sunday between and after services.  Here is this month’s Angelfood menu: 

“June 2010 Menu”

Upcoming Events:

Lay Leadership Meeting:  Tuesday, June 8 @ 7pm.  We will meet in the Sunday School room beside the church office.  

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School:  June 21-25  Children sign up starting Sunday, May 23.  It is for ages 3-12, 6pm—8:30pm.  We still need volunteers to help with crafts and publicity.  There is a sign up sheet in the fellowship hall.  There will be a pool party on June 26 at the TT pool and a closing celebration program on June 27 at the 11:00 worship service.  Please, invite your friends and neighbors and let’s make this the best one yet!!!  Contact Debbie McGlaun 382-7218 if you have any questions.

Need your help:

Bottle Rockets:  We need 40 20oz. Or 2 liter plastic bottles for VBS crafts.  Water bottles are generally too thin, we need the sturdy thick soda bottles.  Please bring them in to church to help us “blast off” our Vacation Bible School by June 21. 

This Week:

We will be having brunch after the 8:30 worship service (May 30th) in the Fellowship Hall.  Please remember to bring a breakfast dish and enjoy the fellowship.

Upcoming Events:

Tuesday, June 1st: A Called Church Council Meeting at 7pm in the Adult Sunday School Room.

Car Wash Fundraiser:  Saturday, June 5 – There will be a car wash fundraiser by the youth groups at Moka Joes to help them raise money for the Kings Dominion trip this summer. 

Graduation Sunday:  June 6 – All seniors need to attend the 11:00 worship service to celebrate this wonderful occasion.  They need to wear their cap and gowns and give 2 photos to Scott Grosskopf, one nice and one embarrassing, prior to this date.  Friends and families are invited to come and participate in the blessing of these graduates.  Sarah Hart will be our speaker.

Lay Leadership Meeting:  Tuesday, June 8 @ 7pm at the church

Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School:  June 21-25  Children sign up starting Sunday, May 23.  It is for ages 3-12, 6pm—8:30pm.  We still need volunteers to help with crafts and publicity.  There is a sign up sheet in the fellowship hall.  There will be a pool party on June 26 at the TT pool and a closing celebration program on June 27 at the 11:00 worship service.  Please, invite your friends and neighbors and let’s make this the best one yet!!!  Contact Debbie McGlaun 382-7218 if you have any questions.

Bottle Rockets:  We need 40 20oz. Or 2 liter plastic bottles for VBS crafts.  Water bottles are generally too thin, we need the sturdy thick soda bottles.  Please bring them in to church to help us “blast off” our Vacation Bible School by June 21. 

KingsFest at Kings Dominion:  All families are invited to attend a great Christian weekend at Kings Dominion on July 9 & 10, returning on the 11th.  Contact Scott Grosskopf at grosskopf@ec.rr.com or 389-3742. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together as friends and families for fun fellowship and attend two great Christian Concerts featuring Toby Mac and Casting Crowns with 2 days in the park.

This Week’s News:

Pastor’s Study: “He Chose the Nails”

Thursday Night: Chapter 6

Sunday Morning: Chapter 7

AngelFood Ministries Distribution will be on Saturday, May 15th from 8 to 9 am.

Youth News:

After worship this Sunday, May 16th, the youth will be serving lunch in the Fellowship Hall.  All are welcomed to come.  Meals are $5 per person.

KingsFest: KingsFest at Kings Dominion.  All families are invited to attend a great Christian weekend at Kings Dominion on July 9 & 10, returning on the 11th.  Contact Scott Grosskopf at 389-3742. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together as friends and families for fun fellow­ship and attend two great Christian Concerts featuring Toby Mac and Casting Crowns with 2 days in the park.

Upcoming Events:

Tuesday, May 18th at 7pm: UMW meeting

Wednesday, May 19th at 11:30 am–Lunch Bunch at Courthouse Caffe.

Thursday, May 20th at 6 pm–Dinner Divas at Piesanos.  For childcare, contact Dolly Grosskopf at 353-9155

Sunday, May 23rd during 11 am worship–the children will be singing “Do Not be Afraid.”

VBS

June 21st through 25: Galactic Blast. To volunteer, contact Debbie McGlaun at 389-7218.  There is also a signup sheet outside the Pastor’s office on the Bulletin board.